17th C. Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Pottery Rabbits
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China, Late Ming to early Qing Dynasty, 17th century CE. A pair of mold-made, hollow, bright green ceramic rabbit figures, shown seated with prominent faces and their ears back from their heads. The rabbits are almost identical, although the paint on one is in slightly better condition. The vibrant green of both is a reminder of the skill of Chinese porcelain artisans at Imperial owned and operated pottery factories - the Chinese emperors were great patrons of the art of ceramics. The rabbit is an earth sign from the Chinese zodiac, and plays a prominent role in Chinese mythology. A white rabbit is said to live on the moon, stirring up the elixir of life. Size: 2.95" L x 4.25" W x 3.6" H (7.5 cm x 10.8 cm x 9.1 cm)
Provenance: private Salter collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA since 1990
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#125646
Provenance: private Salter collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA since 1990
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#125646
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Intact; one has a very fine iridescent patina.
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17th C. Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Pottery Rabbits
Estimate $1,800 - $2,500
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